Korea Daily News (November 29, 2024)

Haerum Industrial Belt Special Act: The Haerum Alliance Promotion Committee is set to launch in January next year, attracting attention as a solution to regional extinction.
Impeachment of Auditor General Choi Jae-hae: The Democratic Party is pursuing impeachment, citing violations of constitutional order.
Yoon-Riga Normal Summit: Strengthening cooperation in biotechnology and pharmaceuticals while condemning Russia-North Korea military collaboration.
Redevelopment of First-Generation New Towns: Announcement of leading districts caused significant apartment price increases in some areas.
Controversy Over Residence Relocation Documents: The Democratic Party escalates pressure on the Yoon government for withholding records.

NewJeans Contract Dispute: The group announced contract termination with ADOR, with potential legal conflicts ahead.
Songpa Family Death Case: Elderly couple and their son found dead; police investigation underway.
Cup Noodles Controversy on Snowy Road: A bus driver’s actions of eating cup noodles on a congested snowy road sparked debate.

SBI Shinsei Bank Special Savings: Offering young customers under 28 interest rates three times higher than usual.
Shinsegae Gangnam Sales Surpass $3 Trillion: Achieved through a rise in VIP and foreign customers despite economic slowdowns.
Spike in Unsold Housing Units: Over 1,000 unsold homes reported in Incheon alone, the highest in four years.
Tae Young Construction Restructuring: Executing leadership changes to address construction market stagnation.
Credit Card Benefit Reductions: Popular cards are being discontinued due to declining profitability.

EU Utilizes Frozen Russian Assets: Allocating approximately $27 billion to aid Ukraine.
China Restricts Apple’s AI Technology: Imposing limitations on Apple’s AI adoption.
Australia Enforces Social Media Age Restrictions: Starting November 2025, platforms like Instagram and TikTok will be off-limits to users under 16.
France Pushes for Sustainable Water Use: VAT increases proposed to encourage tap water consumption.
China-US Tensions: Concerns over economic decline driven by ongoing trade wars.

Van Gogh Masterpiece Exhibition: Rare exhibition showcasing Van Gogh originals for the first time in 12 years.
Disney’s Live-Action “Moana”: Filming set in Oceania’s Polynesian islands.
45th Blue Dragon Film Awards: Attention centered on actor Jung Woo-sung amidst ongoing controversies.
Busan International Children’s Book Fair: Featuring author Lee Soo-ji as a first-time participant.
Broadcaster Turns Opera Narrator: Jun Hyun-moo collaborates with the Seoul Opera Company.
Yang Hong-won Celebrates Fatherhood: Shares news of becoming a father on social media.

CrowdWorks Ventures into Short-Form Content: Expanding markets with AI-powered content creation.
Tesla Announces Game Studio Plans: Elon Musk teases gaming initiatives on platform X.
Blizzard Releases WOW 20th Anniversary Song: Tribute song by Junggigo honors the gaming community.
WOW Introduces Penalty for Dungeon Leavers: Repeated offenders face account suspensions.
Apple Lowers Payment Fees: Adjusting App Store policies in response to EU regulations.

“Dave the Diver” Hits 5 Million Sales: Maintains steady popularity with impressive records.
Nexon Updates “KartRider Drift”: Major winter updates and content refresh.
“World of Warships” Holiday Event: Adds new ports and rewards.
“MU Origin 3” Introduces Ancient Deity Content: Players can enhance skills through new features.
“Black Clover Mobile” 1.5th Anniversary Event: Includes new stages and special rewards.

Flight Cancellations Due to Heavy Snow: Significant disruptions at major airports.
French Water Sustainability Law Discussed: Promoting increased tap water use through tax reforms.
Shinkansen Extension Developments: Expected to boost regional economies by connecting Sapporo and Niseko.
“Arctic Wonders” Holiday Game Event: Adding festive ports and themed rewards.

Coach Kim Seung-gi Testifies at KBL: Addressing allegations of player assault.
CFS 2024 Set in Hangzhou: Esports tournament to be hosted in China for the first time.

Redevelopment in Yongsan: “Seoul Core Yongsan” to rebrand and redevelop after 11 years.
Remaining Units at Seodaemun Central IPARK: Units available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Decline in Seoul Apartment Transactions: Hindered by tighter loan regulations and financial challenges.
Surge in Unsold Units in Incheon: Marking a four-year high in unsold housing.

Decline in Credit Card Benefits: Popular cards phased out amid falling revenue.
SBI Shinsei Bank Targets Young Clients: Increasing interest rates to attract new customers.
Positive Results in Retirement Fund Default Options: Korea Investment & Securities noted for high returns.

Debate Over Medical School Capacity Increase: 56% public support for more slots despite concerns over medical service gaps.
Negative View of Government Healthcare Response: 66% of respondents disapprove of current healthcare policies.
Vaccination Discussions: Preparing for winter illnesses with improved vaccine supply plans.

Year-End Package Competitions: Limited-edition gifts and Christmas-themed promotions dominate markets.
Black Friday Flight Deals: Promoting international travel at discounted rates.
Apple Adjusts Payment Policies: Adapting to European regulations with reduced fees and alternative systems.

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